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Velankanni, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Velankanni is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 11,108. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,108 Population 5,240/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,300 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population11,108
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density5,240/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,300
Per Capita$3,350
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units4,443
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Population11,108
Population Density5,240 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates10.6833°, 79.8333°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,283 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Velankanni

Velankanni is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 11,108. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Velankanni has a population of 11,108 with a density of 5,240 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,108
Total Population
5,240
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Velankanni vs India Average

The median household income in Velankanni is $3,300, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $64, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 200 business establishments.

Income: Velankanni vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,300
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,350
Avg Weekly Wage$64

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above India avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below India avg
Establishments (County)200

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Velankanni is $25,000, 91% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $55 (95% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,443 total housing units in the city. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$25,000
91% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$55
95% below India avg
Rent Burden26.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,443

Property Tax

Climate in Velankanni

Velankanni has an average annual temperature of 28.5°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (30.3°C), the coldest is Jan (26.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1375 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.1°C / 79°F 23.9° / 28.2° 64.3
Feb 26.7°C / 80°F 24.3° / 29.4° 23.5
Mar 28.2°C / 83°F 25.5° / 32° 15.2
Apr 29.9°C / 86°F 27.3° / 33.1° 42.3
May 30.3°C / 86°F 27.9° / 33.6° 105.1
Jun 29.9°C / 86°F 27.5° / 33.3° 74.1
Jul 29.7°C / 85°F 26.9° / 33.1° 92.0
Aug 29.2°C / 85°F 26.6° / 32.6° 106.6
Sep 29°C / 84°F 26.7° / 32.3° 128.2
Oct 28.3°C / 83°F 26.3° / 31.1° 200.6
Nov 27.5°C / 82°F 25.2° / 29.6° 327.4
Dec 26.7°C / 80°F 24.1° / 28.6° 195.4
Velankanni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average83.1°F
54% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density5,240/sq mi
Coordinates10.6833°N, 79.8333°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 14.37"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Sep 25, 2001.

Sep 25, 2001 39 km SE of Marakkanam, India M5.2 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 148 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 25 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 269 km
2011 Thane Category 2 113 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 102 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 274 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 30 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 236 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 132 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 58 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 86°F (30°C) 1.3 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 89°F (31°C) 1.3 in
July 87°F (31°C) 2.4 in
August 86°F (30°C) 3.7 in
September 85°F (29°C) 3.4 in
October 82°F (28°C) 9.0 in
November 79°F (26°C) 14.4 in Wettest
December 77°F (25°C) 10.1 in

Velankanni has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 77°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (14.4") and March the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near Velankanni

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Harrish Jayaraj tamil, tamil cinema music MP3

Libraries in Velankanni

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Public Library, Thiruvarur0.0
Knowledge and Study Centre0.0
sayabu marakayar library0.0

Farmers Markets in Velankanni

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Uzhavar Sandhai

Hotels in Velankanni

7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

G Corner
Golden Sand
Hotel Picnic
Hotel SeaGate
Umma Residency
VPN Grand
VPN Residency

Restaurants in Velankanni

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anjappar
Chettinad
Church Canteen
gradma
Kuppana
MGR VELANKANNI HOTEL
Shri Annapoorna

Cafes in Velankanni

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Raja Manickum

Train Stations in Velankanni

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Velankanni

Bus Stations in Velankanni

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Velankanni Bus Station

Gas Stations in Velankanni

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #3866501688

Banks in Velankanni

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Indian Overseas Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Velankanni

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Velankanni

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Thanjavur Air Force StationTJVSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Velankanni

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapel at Our Lady's Tank
Church before Confession
Morning Star Church
New Adoration Church
Our Lady's Tank
Periyanayaki Matha Church
Shrine Basilica of Our Lady of Health Vailankanni

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Velankanni

What is the population of Velankanni?

Velankanni has a population of 11,108 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,240 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Velankanni expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,300, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $25,000 (91% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $55 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Velankanni?

Velankanni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches.

How is the job market in Velankanni?

Velankanni has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $64. There are 200 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Velankanni?

The median home value in Velankanni is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.

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